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PAC โ BOC
Which side of the plane to sit from Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (Panama) to Bocas Del Toro International Airport (Bocas Del Toro)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Panama Canal locks upon departure and a spectacular panoramic approach over the Bocas del Toro archipelago before landing.
Panama City Skyline
Views of the iconic 'Latin American Dubai' skyscrapers as you climb out of Albrook.
Miraflores Locks
Clear sight of the Panama Canal locks and large cargo vessels transiting the Pacific entrance.
Isla Bastimentos
Vibrant coral reefs and the lush greenery of the Bastimentos Island National Marine Park.
Bocas Town
A bird's eye view of the colorful wooden architecture and docks of the main town during descent.
Almirante Bay
Crystal clear turquoise waters surrounding the smaller mangrove islands of the archipelago.
The right side is essential for seeing the Canal locks shortly after takeoff. For the best photography of the Bocas archipelago, aim for a window seat away from the wing. Expect the most vibrant water colors between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM when the sun is highest.
Soberania National Park
Expanse of dense tropical rainforest and protected biodiversity zones immediately following takeoff.
Gatun Lake
Aerial view of the massive man-made lake that forms the central part of the Panama Canal.
Cordillera Central
Dramatic mountain ridges and deep valleys that define the continental divide of the Isthmus.
Kusapin Coastline
Remote and pristine Caribbean beaches within the Ngรคbe-Buglรฉ indigenous territory.
Sit on the left for better views of the rugged interior mountains. Flights departing after 11:00 AM may encounter more cloud cover over the central range, so early morning is best for visibility.
Distance: 299 km (186 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 30 min
Departure: PAC (8.973340034484863, -79.55560302734375)
Arrival: BOC (9.340849876403809, -82.25080108642578)
Route Type: Domestic
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